Compare and contrast the causes and outcomes of the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812. Your answer must state your thesis and be supported with detailed information, including dates, specific examples, and material from your reading. Your conclusion should follow logically from the information you have presented.
Your answer should reflect the context of the major themes of American History as well as offer some historical interpretation. Include supporting information from your reading and from the research for your short assignments, where appropriate. Any quotations, specific information, and ideas drawn from your reading (including the textbook) must be cited and referenced in APA or Chicago/Turabian format. Your essay should be a minimum of three pages (750 words) in length, not including references.